Ranked – Best Family-Friendly Hotels, Resorts, and Stays in Roatan

Situated on the famous West Bay Beach, The Beach House offers beachfront accommodations and family suites. The hotel provides access to water sports, including snorkeling, diving, and kayaking. Guests can also enjoy a relaxed atmosphere with local dining options.

What families like: Beachfront, water sports, family suites, relaxed atmosphere.

Potential cons: Can be crowded during peak seasons, limited amenities.

A small, family-friendly resort located in Sandy Bay, Cocolobo Resort offers comfortable rooms with ocean views and a laid-back atmosphere. The resort provides access to snorkeling, kayaking, and nature walks. Guests can explore nearby beaches or visit the Roatán Marine Park.

What families like: Ocean views, laid-back atmosphere, water activities, nature walks.

Potential cons: Small, no beach directly at the resort.

Located in the heart of Coxen Hole, Hotel Plaza Roatan offers budget-friendly accommodations with a pool and close proximity to the island’s shops and restaurants. Families can enjoy easy access to Roatán’s attractions, including the Roatán Institute for Marine Science and local beaches.

What families like: Budget-friendly, pool, central location, access to attractions.

Potential cons: Can be noisy, limited beach access.

This boutique resort offers a more intimate family experience with private villas, a private island, a large pool, and a dive shop. Families can enjoy snorkeling, kayaking, and swimming, and explore the natural surroundings with nature walks.

What families like: Private villas, private island, water activities, boutique experience.

Potential cons: Expensive, remote location.

Known for its dolphin programs, Anthony’s Key Resort is a family-friendly resort located in Sandy Bay. Families can enjoy unique experiences such as dolphin encounters, snorkeling, and guided tours. The resort also offers beachfront accommodations and various water sports.

What families like: Dolphin programs, family-friendly, beachfront, snorkeling.

Potential cons: Expensive, activities focused on water sports.

A family-friendly eco-resort located on the south side of Roatán, Mayoka Lodge provides spacious rooms with ocean views. The resort offers outdoor activities like snorkeling, diving, and guided island tours. It also features a pool and a relaxed, family-friendly environment.

What families like: Eco-friendly, family suites, water activities, island tours.

Potential cons: Limited dining options, remote location.

This resort in West Bay offers beachfront accommodations and a variety of family-friendly activities, including snorkeling, kayaking, and paddleboarding. The resort also has a dive shop and easy access to the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef.

What families like: Beachfront, water activities, family-friendly atmosphere.

Potential cons: Can be crowded, more geared toward divers.

Situated in the east end of Roatán, Turquoise Bay offers spacious family-friendly villas and a private beach. It features water activities such as snorkeling, kayaking, and paddleboarding. Families can also enjoy on-site dining options and easy access to the Mesoamerican Reef.

What families like: Private beach, water activities, spacious villas, family-friendly.

Potential cons: Remote location, limited dining options.

Located in West End, The Roatán Reef House is a cozy family-friendly resort with beachfront accommodations and a laid-back atmosphere. Families can enjoy snorkeling, diving, and fishing, and have easy access to the local village with shops and restaurants.

What families like: Cozy, beachfront, water activities, close to West End.

Potential cons: Limited amenities, more suited for smaller families.

Offering spacious rooms with kitchenettes, West Bay Lodge is a budget-friendly family-friendly resort located near West Bay Beach. Families can enjoy snorkeling, kayaking, and horseback riding on the beach. The lodge offers easy access to nearby attractions like the Roatán Butterfly Garden.

What families like: Budget-friendly, family rooms, beach activities, close to attractions.

Potential cons: Limited amenities, older accommodations.

Located near West Bay Beach, Las Rocas Resort offers family-friendly accommodations with beachfront access, a pool, and a dive center. Families can enjoy snorkeling, diving, and kayaking, as well as explore the nearby wildlife and nature trails.

What families like: Beachfront, dive center, water activities, pool.

Potential cons: Limited dining options, more suited for divers.

A boutique resort in the West Bay area, Serenity Bay offers spacious rooms and a calm, family-friendly atmosphere. Families can enjoy snorkeling, kayaking, and exploring nearby beaches. The resort is known for its tranquil setting and easy access to local attractions.

What families like: Calm, family-friendly, water activities, easy access to attractions.

Potential cons: Small, limited on-site dining.

Located in West End, Roatan Island Resort offers family-friendly accommodations with a mix of private villas and cottages. The resort features easy access to beaches, water activities like snorkeling and diving, and a variety of family-friendly excursions.

What families like: Villas and cottages, water activities, close to West End.

Potential cons: Limited amenities, some areas can be crowded.

Located in West Bay, Infinity Bay is a family-friendly resort with spacious villas, a private beach, and an outdoor pool. It offers a relaxed atmosphere, making it ideal for families with children. The resort also features water activities like snorkeling and diving.

What families like: Family-friendly villas, private beach, pool, snorkeling.

Potential cons: Can be crowded, some rooms are a bit outdated.

A private island resort, Little French Key offers a secluded, family-friendly experience with beach access, a pool, and a variety of activities such as kayaking, paddleboarding, and wildlife encounters. Kids can enjoy the petting zoo and explore the island’s natural beauty.

What families like: Secluded private island, beach access, family activities, petting zoo.

Potential cons: Remote location, limited dining options.